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Eczema is a skin condition in which the patches that develop on the skin become inflamed, causing itchiness and roughness.
Eczema is a condition in which your skin becomes dry causing the patches to get inflamed and itchy. When Eczema is developed on the skin, it weakens your barrier function that helps the skin to retain moisture. Eczema is in fact a common condition and is not contagious. However, the symptoms can flare up if you contact someone with this condition.
There are various types of Eczema and each type has its own unique aspects that can affect the skin’s barrier function. Eczema is a type of dermatitis which is a group of conditions that cause skin inflammation. The most common type is Atopic Dermatitis that refers to a group of conditions that include the immune system. The major reason behind atopic dermatitis includes certain foods, such as nuts and dairy. Smoke, pollen, soaps, and fragrances are also a few environmental triggers.
• Dry Skin
• Scaly Skin
• Flushing of Skin
• Itching
• Sores
There are certain treatment options available to treat Eczema. Your dermatologist would suggest a treatment plan considering the age of the patient along with the symptoms and current state of health.
Medications include:
Topical corticosteroid creams and ointments
These are anti-inflammatory medications that help relieve the symptoms like inflammation and itching. As per the doctor’s direction, you can apply it n your skin to see the result.
Oral medications
Oral medications are prescribed if the anti-inflammatory drugs are not effective. Your dermatologist would mostly prescribe medicines like systemic corticosteroids or immunosuppressants. Patients are supposed to use this only for a short period of time that too under the dermatologist’s direction.Antibiotics
Antibiotics are prescribed if you develop any skin infection along with Eczema. This is effective in treating eczema.Antihistamines
For people who are suffering from eczema, night itching is a big problem and to reduce this, antihistamines are prescribed. It works as it tend to cause drowsiness.Phototherapy
In this treatment option, UVA or UVB waves are used. It is helpful in treating moderate dermatitis. And it helps your doctor to monitor your skin closely.Injections
This is done to limit immune system response. It blocks proteins in the immune system there by limiting them.
